What If It's Us

Becky Albertalli; Adam Silvera

3.82 out of 5 stars

156,766 ratings by Goodreads

ISBN 10: 198255519X ISBN 13: 9781982555191

Publisher: HarperCollins B and Blackstone Audio, 2018

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Critically acclaimed and bestselling authors Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera combine their talents in this smart, funny, heartfelt collaboration about two very different boys who can't decide if the universe is pushing them together--or pulling them apart.

ARTHUR is only in New York for the summer, but if Broadway has taught him anything, it's that the universe can deliver a showstopping romance when you least expect it.

BEN thinks the universe needs to mind its business. If the universe had his back, he wouldn't be on his way to the post office carrying a box of his ex-boyfriend's things.

But when Arthur and Ben meet-cute at the post office, what exactly does the universe have in store for them . . . ?

Maybe nothing. After all, they get separated.

Maybe everything. After all, they get reunited.

But what if they can't nail a first date even after three do-overs?

What if Arthur tries too hard to make it work and Ben doesn't try hard enough?

What if life really isn't like a Broadway play?

But what if it is?

What if it's us?

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About the Author

Becky Albertalli is the author of the acclaimed novel Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, among others. She is a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and teens. She also served for seven years as the coleader of a support group for gender-nonconforming children in Washington, DC.

Adam Silvera was born and raised in the Bronx. He was a bookseller before shifting to children's publishing and has worked at a literary development company and a creative writing website for teens and as a book reviewer of children's and young adult novels. He is tall for no reason and lives in New York City.

Review

A charming, sweet-natured love story between two very different boys...It's impossible not to root for Arthur and Ben and their many do-overs.

-- "Publishers Weekly (starred review)"

This joyful romance is both sweet and substantial.

-- "Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"

In the coauthors' capable hands, Arthur and Ben are distinct, empathetic heroes...A comforting exploration of self-discovery and self-creation.

-- "Booklist"

Albertalli and Silvera balance cynicism and starry-eyed optimism to paint an honest, compelling picture of adolescent romance...Part feel-good, part star-crossed, this seamless blend of the authors' styles will appeal to fans old and new alike.

-- "School Library Journal (starred review)"

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